SA · South Australia
Adelaidetaxi & cab fares · 2026
Adelaide taxi fares are set by the South Australian Department for Infrastructure and Transport. We are currently re-verifying the SA tariff schedule against the regulator — until verification completes, the calculator returns a regulated estimate based on the closest verified neighbouring state, and the fare ranges quoted on this page may move slightly when we publish the final SA-specific schedule.
In Adelaide, "cab" and "taxi" refer to the same regulated vehicle — same South Australian Department for Infrastructure and Transport meter, same maximum tariff. The calculator below applies the 2026 schedule for sedan, maxi (5+ passengers) and wheelchair-accessible trips, and detects Uber-comparison scenarios automatically.
Popular Adelaide routes
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Adelaide Airport (ADL) is a single terminal about 7 km from the CBD — one of the shortest airport-to-CBD distances in Australia, which keeps fares predictable. There is an Airport Departure Fee added at the rank. Glenelg, the other common destination from arrivals, is a similar distance on the western side of the city.
How much is a taxi from Adelaide Airport to Adelaide CBD?
A metered Adelaide taxi from Adelaide Airport to the Adelaide CBD is typically A$25 – A$38 on the day rate (typical A$30), running on the regulated South Australia meter set by South Australian Department for Infrastructure and Transport. The night, late-night and public-holiday tariffs add to that figure; tolls and airport access fees are passed through on top.
Where to find a Adelaide taxi rank
- 01Adelaide Railway Station — North Terrace rank
- 02Rundle Mall — primary CBD rank, very fast to clear
- 03Hindley Street West End — late-night rank for the bar precinct
- 04Glenelg — Jetty Road rank near the tram terminus
- 05Adelaide Oval — extra ranks open on event days at the western entrance
What's different in SA
Adelaide is geographically compact — most CBD-to-suburb trips fall under $25 on the day rate. The night tariff applies seven nights a week from 9pm to 5am.
Adelaide taxi fares · frequently asked
How much is a taxi from Adelaide Airport to the CBD?
Adelaide Airport is only 7 km from the CBD — among the shortest airport-to-CBD distances in Australia. Expect a metered fare of around A$25–A$35 plus the Airport Departure Fee.
How much is a taxi from Adelaide CBD to Glenelg?
A taxi from the Adelaide CBD to Glenelg is typically A$25–A$35 on the day rate, with a small uplift on the night meter after 9pm.
Why are SA taxi fares not yet published on this site?
South Australian tariffs are currently being audited against the Department for Infrastructure and Transport schedule. Until verification completes, the calculator returns a regulated estimate drawn from neighbouring jurisdictions, clearly flagged as pending on the result.
When does Adelaide charge the night taxi tariff?
The Adelaide night meter applies seven nights a week from 9pm to 5am the following morning, with a higher flagfall and per-km than the day rate. Public holidays attract a peak loading on top.